The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 417 - 388: Living Well_1

Chapter 417: Chapter 388: Living Well_1

Third Grandma Qi, seeing that neither of them spoke, thought it might be due to the awkwardness of speaking in front of so many people and suggested, "Sister, didn’t you reserve a private room earlier? Why don’t you two go there to talk alone? It might be better."

Upon hearing this, Bai Qiongyu nodded, then cautiously looked at He Tiantian and asked, "Is that okay?"

A swift solution is needed; this matter cannot be delayed any longer.

"Okay," He Tiantian agreed, nodding in consent to Third Grandma Qi’s suggestion.

Xianglan led the way, helping Bai Qiongyu and He Tiantian to open the door.

Bai Qiongyu took a step forward while He Tiantian glanced back at everyone.

Third Grandma Qi nodded and said, "Go ahead, child, issues have to be resolved. No matter what, you still have us."

By saying this, she wanted to tell He Tiantian that they were her support system.

He Tiantian felt reassured upon hearing these words.

Upon entering the private room, the waiter served the tea, and Xianglan closed the door from the outside, leaving space for the young ladies, Tiantian and Xiao Xiao, to be alone.

Bai Qiongyu looked at He Tiantian, as if she could never get enough of seeing her.

There was a hint of embarrassment on He Tiantian’s face, not knowing how to describe her current feelings.

After a while, He Tiantian picked up her teacup, took a sip, and said, "The tea is getting cold, you should have some too."

"Alright, alright, I’ll have some tea too," Bai Qiongyu said repeatedly, and after drinking some tea, she seemed to gather some courage and looked at He Tiantian, "I want to say sorry to you!"

He Tiantian was taken aback, then she gave a bitter smile and said, "Actually, my grandfather and father have never said a bad word about you; they must have loved you more than they resented you. As for me, just a granddaughter, it was my parents and grandfather who raised me. I have been very happy since childhood, so you haven’t wronged me. On the contrary, by giving birth to Dad, you brought me into this world, so I should be grateful to you."

Bai Qiongyu couldn’t hold back her tears and choked up again upon these words, saying, "I was willful back then; I should bear most of the blame."

"It’s all in the past now, and to talk about taking responsibility is a bit late," He Tiantian remarked, "the issues between you and my grandfather have objective or subjective reasons. Whether to be together or apart was your freedom. The most pitiable one is Dad; he grew up without a mother, and grandpa also became a reclusive and stiff person."

"Yes, the one I wronged the most is your father," Bai Qiongyu sobbed, "Can... can I make amends?"

"Previously, my father and I talked about you. He held some resentments in his childhood, but when he grew up and understood things more clearly, he realized that some matters were beyond control, so he stopped holding grudges. This time I came to Country M, he even told me to try and find you if possible. However, as you must know, since coming to Country M, I have been involved in constant issues, so I’ve neglected this matter," He Tiantian explained, "when I get back, I will tell Dad that I saw you and that you miss him; that will be enough. You have your life here in Country M, and we don’t wish to disturb you."

Bai Qiongyu, both sorrowful and moved, finally couldn’t help but cry out loud.

He Tiantian took out a clean handkerchief embroidered with magnolia flowers from her bag and handed it to her, saying, "Dry your tears! Knowing that you are alive and well is already the best news for Dad. Don’t carry so much guilt in your heart, it’s harmful to your health!"

Bai Qiongyu took the handkerchief, wiped her tears, and smelling the fragrance on it, she said, "Thank you. Hearing you say these things, I recognize my mistakes even more. I don’t have many years left at this age; I want to acknowledge your father."

He Tiantian was startled; her words were sincere, knowing that each was safe was enough.

That’s also what her parents had instructed her to say before they departed.

"But... but won’t it disrupt your current life?" He Tiantian asked. She was worried about her grandmother’s remarriage, and presumably, she had children, grandchildren, and granddaughters here.

If they acknowledged each other, it was bound to upset some people.

Especially considering her grandmother was a wealthy lady, getting tangled in money matters could complicate things further.

He Tiantian felt that their family was quite content as it was now. If they could get through these next few years, they could return to Nan City and live a peaceful and fulfilling life.

Even without a lot of money, they would not lack anything and could still live a very happy life.

"Tiantian, I did remarry, but I have no children. Your father is the only child I have in my life, so even if I acknowledge you, nobody will give you trouble," Bai Qiongyu said, "As for my stepdaughter and stepson, ever since my husband passed away ten years ago, we’ve already divided the property, and there’s no entanglement."

Bai Qiongyu did not dare to say that the stepchildren had always been eyeing her property.

If they behaved, Bai Qiongyu would give them half of the Xin Family property left by her husband.

If they were ungrateful, she would make sure they didn’t get a penny and would live to regret it deeply.

"Ah?" He Tiantian was startled, no wonder she was willing to acknowledge her father.

"Don’t be scared, I won’t let you get hurt," Bai Qiongyu said, worrying that He Tiantian might be afraid.

The grandmother before her clearly was a strong woman.

He Tiantian simply nodded and said, "Okay, I’m not scared."

"Do you want to come to Country M?" Bai Qiongyu asked, "Here, you can receive a good education and enjoy a very comfortable material life."

He Tiantian immediately shook her head at this suggestion, saying, "I can’t decide this on my own, I have to tell my Dad."

"You can write a letter, or send a telegram, right?" Bai Qiongyu suggested, "That Huo Yingjun must be an official from Country H. He was able to bring you and Sister Qi over because Qi Shu made many contributions to the nation. I also put in a lot of effort and had some requests granted."

"Let’s not, the domestic situation is quite complicated. Our family has been under scrutiny because my grandfather once studied in Country M. Now we are quietly living in Qijia Village. If news of a family member in Country M suddenly surfaced, I don’t know what would happen to our peaceful life!"

Bai Qiongyu felt a profound sense of loss. She was aware of the situation back home, and it seemed she had taken things for granted; perhaps it was time for her to do something for her family.

Nevertheless, there was also reason to be happy, as He Tiantian had acknowledged her as family.

"If it’s inconvenient for you to come here, then I’ll come back with you," Bai Qiongyu said, eager to see her son and hardly able to wait.

The current political climate was relatively relaxed, and taking a trip back wasn’t too difficult.

He Tiantian shook her head and said, "We can’t be hasty; let me think about it."

She wanted to ask Huo Yingjun what should be done about this matter.

If she went to Country M, she wouldn’t see Huo Yingjie anymore, something she couldn’t accept.

Moreover, if she didn’t go to Country M, her parents wouldn’t either.